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You’re walking through a home with prospective buyers, and they seem impressed so far. They love the location, they raved about the yard, and now they’re admiring the spacious kitchen… Until someone opens a cabinet, and a dozen roaches, mice, or other…

For real estate buyers and realtors alike, the home inspection can be a nail-biting experience. Will the inspector find a serious problem with the home’s plumbing, wiring, roof, or other structure? Will the necessary repairs kill the deal? Will the buyers opt…

If you’re in the market for a new home, touring different properties can be the “fun part” – at least compared to all the mortgage paperwork you’ll be dealing with later! But as you walk through home after home, it can be…

You want to take a bath… And they’re lurking in your tub. You open the laundry room door… And they leap out at you. You try to sleep at night… And the incessant chirping keeps you away for hours. Some people think…

Now that summer is in full swing, and the weather has really heated up, you might be feeling grateful for the beach weather. But you’re probably not so happy about the little critters you keep finding around your home! Not only do…

House hunting can be fun, but also frustrating at times. Just when you think you’ve found the perfect home, you discover something is terribly wrong with it. The good news is that you can usually uncover these problems before you purchase, saving…

If we assigned a dollar amount to damage created by different types of pests, rats and mice would claim a spot near the top of the list. These rodents are incredibly prolific, breeding large populations very quickly, and can spread not only…

Not to scare you, but you and your family members are not the only ones living in your home. Whether we like to think about it or not, there is no such thing as a home without a single insect anywhere within…

Spring has arrived, and along with it, the pests you don’t want around your home. When the weather warms up, most insects and other pests begin to increase their activities and invade new spaces. If you want to repel them, be on…

With the weather warming up, it’s normal to see increased insect and rodent activity. But you want that activity to stay outside, in the yard and beyond… You don’t want those little pests to creep into your home! Since many common pests…

Often when homeowners are confronted with a pest infestation, their automatic reaction is to ask, “Should I use a bomb or fogger in my home?” These products seem like an obvious choice because you feel like you’ll eradicate the little pests instantly,…

When we go out to a client’s house, our primary concern is identifying the areas where you don’t want pests. Obviously, this is going to be the areas in which you live, but it doesn’t mean we come out and nuke your…

When you have a pest problem, it seems easy enough to rush off to the store and purchase whichever product names your particular pest on the label. You have an ant problem in your kitchen, so you purchase “ant spray”. Or you…

The words, “chemical”, “pesticide” and “toxic” cause a reaction in some people, for understandable reasons. We all want to be safe and keep our kids safe, so you are right to proceed with caution around any new or unknown substance. Just to…

As a realtor, showing homes can be one of the most fun parts of your work. But of course, the initial walk-through with buyers can either make or break a prospective sale. That’s why a little advice to the homeowner can go…

Frequently we hear about these “as seen on TV” products that are designed to ward off various pests around the home. You know the ones we’re talking about: The devices that emit a certain sound frequency, or those fake owls and…

Occasionally it might appear as if a neighbor is hosting the circus. Suddenly a big tent appears over their house for a few days, and they move out in the meantime. But you know that’s no circus, because you see a pest…

Recently, there has been an increase in tick populations, which has had an impact on the occurrence of Lyme Disease. Did you know that 11 people out of 100,000 are diagnosed with Lyme Disease each year? This number is going up, causing…

How long is your spring cleaning list for the season? April is often a time when people look for ways to clean up their home, both inside and outside. These efforts can help to keep your home free of bugs, rodents, and…

In our last blog post, we talked about reducing infestations in the yard around your home. Today, we are following up to help you learn how to seal the entry points where pests might move into your home. Even if you are…

When a pest infestation happens, it commonly starts in the yard before moving into the house. So, if you want to keep your home free of creepy, crawly critters, then you need to take a proactive approach to keeping them out of…

Even if you proactively work to maintain a clean and comfortable home environment, it is still possible for mice to get into the property. Whether you have seen a mouse or you find evidence such as droppings, it is essential that you…

It is a fun Christmas tradition to set up a tree with lights and ornaments. But, did you know that a Christmas tree can attract pests into your home? It is important that you are proactive to keep your home protected this…

Do you have a bug infestation in your home? You might be feeling desperate to get rid of the problem. Some homeowners are so willing to do what it takes to eliminate the infestation that they make mistakes that endanger the health…

Do you enjoy planting a fruit and vegetable garden every year? It can be frustrating to put in hard work and effort into the garden, only to have the produce ruined by pests. Don’t worry though, because a few proactive steps can…

The comfort of your home matters, because your home should be a sanctuary… a place where you can rest and relax with family and friends. But, a pest infestation can make your home uncomfortable, causing you to have a hard time relaxing…

There is nothing worse than finding a pest infestation in your home, but don’t worry because there are effective methods that can be used to get rid of the pests. Instead of waiting for an infestation to occur, consider taking a few…

As the weather warms up, it is likely that you will see more bugs and pests around your home. Even though these pests are common in the warmer months, spring is a great time of year to have your home treated in…

As the weather warms up, many people are looking at spring cleaning activities to spruce up their home or office. Right now is a great time to put together your spring cleaning checklist, especially if you want to prevent pest infestations in…

Do you dislike finding ants, spiders, termites, and other bugs around your house? These pests can be problematic throughout the year, but just because they are common in the area doesn’t mean that you should be suffering from an infestation. With a…